The Michigan High School Coaches Association (MHSCA) has awarded its 2021 award recipients. In an event that was moved to virtual due to the pandemic, Royal Oak Schools Interim Director of Athletics and Activities, Brian Gordon, was inducted into their Hall of Fame.
Brian Gordon's coaching career spans thirty-six years and three sports in Royal Oak. From 1990 - 2010, Brian coached the Royal Oak Kimball High School baseball team with a record of 419-221. While head coach his teams won five league championships, four district championships, and one regional championship. During this time Brian also coached football at Royal Oak Kimball from 1990-1996 with a JV record of 40-23, and from 1997-2002 at Royal Oak Adams JH with a 28-7 record. From 1992 - 1995 he coached 9th-grade boys basketball at Royal Oak Kimball with a record of 49-31.
Brian Gordon is known for his dedication and tremendous work ethic evident in everything he does, professionally and personally. His motto throughout his career has been, "There may be people who have more talent than you, but there is no excuse for anyone to work harder than you do." He is highly respected in his community for his passion, enthusiasm, and integrity which have impacted many generations of student-athletes and coaches.
Congratulations to Brian!
